Kilimanjaro-marangu Route 6 Days Itinerary

Kilimanjaro-marangu Route 6 Days Itinerary

MARANGU ROUTE 6 DAY begins and ends at Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort in Marangu.

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), there will be a private transfer waiting at the airport to pick you to Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort in Marangu.

All airport transfers are the part of the package, no extra fee is required.

THE BEST MONTHS TO CLIMB KILIMANJARO.

Normally March, April, and May are the months with long rains and should be avoided.

November is usually short rains but it does not often rain all the days so Climbing is possible.

The best Months for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro are January, February and also August and September.

July can be colder and November to December can be wet.

January to February is the warmest months, almost clear of clouds each evening and morning.

The success rates with our guides are outstanding compared to the overall success rates for all climbers who attempt to reach the top.

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE IN TANZANIA.

Pass By: Marangu Falls, Marangu Tanzania
We stay at Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort, which is a beautiful Hotel located on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and is a perfect place to prepare you for adventure.

We will gather in the evening at 5:30 pm for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.

We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.

Dinner and overnight at Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort: Bed, Dinner and Breakfast-included.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: MANDARA HUT (FULL BOARD)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
After having your breakfast we will make a short journey from your hotel in Marangu to National Park gate for the necessary formalities at the gate. We start the climbs through fascinating tropical rain forest; we reach the first hut at Mandara for dinner and overnight. An alternative is to simply rest and relax the beautiful forest around the camp.

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut (2,700 m): 5-6 hours walking.
Duration: 5 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: HORROMBO HUT (FULL BOARD)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Today the first part of the walk is a steep ascent through the forest, but the path soon opens out into moorland and, in clear weather, there are great views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks.

We arrive at Horombo Hut mid-afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery around the camp.

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut (3,720 m): 4-6 hours walking.
Duration: 6 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 4: HORROMBO HUT (FULL BOARD)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Today we walk towards the Mawenzi hut, passing the Zebra Rocks, this extra day and night at Horombo are for additional acclimatization. We recommend drinking enough water and walking slowly! All meals for the day are provided at the Horrombo hut.

Horombo hut to further improve our acclimatization.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 5: KIBO HUT (FULL BOARD)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Today we climb very gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi and Kibo. These 6-7 hours walking will be taken at a slow pace until we reach Kibo Hut (4,700m), where we will spend the night in a comfortable hut.

There is no running water at Kibo Hut. The remainder of the day is spent relaxing in preparation for the final ascent before a very early night.

Horrombo Hut to Kibo Hut (4,700 m.); 4-6 hours walking.
Duration: 5 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 6: KIBO HUT TO SUMMIT TO HORROMBO HUT (FULL BOARD)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Wake up before midnight in the cover of darkness. We begin a steep climb over loose volcanic scree has some well-graded zig-zags and a slow but steady pace will take us to the rim of the main crater, Gillman’s 5,685 m. We will rest there for a few minutes to enjoy the sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling good can continue slowly to make the three hour round trip from here along the crater rim to Uhuru peak 5,895 m. which is the highest point in Africa. After a few minutes to appreciate your accomplishment we descend to Kiko Hut is amazingly fast, and we stop at Kibo Hut for some refreshment, we continue to descend to reach Horrombo Hut.

Kibo Hut to Summit to Horombo Hut (3,720 m.): 13-15 hours walking.
Duration: 13 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 7: HORROMBO HUT (FULL BOARD)

Stop At: Mount Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro National Park 00255 Tanzania
Today we will descend past Mandara hut to Marangu National Park, successful climbers will receive their summit certificates. From here you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort for dinner and overnight.

Horombo Hut to Marangu Gate. (6-7 hours walking).
Duration: 7 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 8: DEPARTING DAY:

Stop At: Marangu Falls, Marangu Tanzania
After saying bye to our team of guides then you need a private departure transfer which is included from Moshi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight unless you have an option to have a short safari or any other option we will discuss.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.